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pzlehr
24th August 2008, 01:40
Hi,
I was thinking of buying a Colt Commander 38 Super. However I have read that since Colt fell on hard times that their workmanship left something to be desired. Does anyone have experiance with newer Colts? Better yet Colt 38 Supers? My other choice is a Para LDA in 9mm. Thanks in advance!

Chuck
DuckRyder
24th August 2008, 08:55
Where ever you read that it is rubbish.

I have a Super 38 XSE ltw Commander and it is a fine pistol. As are my two other Super 38 Colts.
rhtwist
24th August 2008, 08:58
If possible lookover the pistol prior to accepting it. Sometimes lemons do slip through. Good luck.
rhtwist
d90king
24th August 2008, 09:12
Sorry to tell you that Colt is not making a "good" 1911....... They are making a GREAT 1911. I own many newer production Colt's and they have all been problem free. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a current production Colt. Here is a pic of 2 SCG's in 38 Super.

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/DSCN0292.jpg
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/DSCN0291.jpg

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/DSCN0302.jpg
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/DSCN0301.jpg
elijdub
24th August 2008, 09:40
This rumor is as old as dirt ;). Colt is still making the very finest production pistols on
the world. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another (dozen!) or recommend them to anyone!
Rich-D
24th August 2008, 09:54
I have to agree with my fellow members. Colt's are the #1 production 1911's made, yesteryear or today!


Rich
Joni Lynn
24th August 2008, 09:56
The new Colt's are usually well made and work as expected.
Oldjarhead
24th August 2008, 12:45
Yes. I just bought a 1991A1 .45 SS commander last week. Brand new. Two hundred rounds of ball, hollowpoints later, it has not had one problem. Shoots accurately at combat distance. Buy one and enjoy!
hardballing
24th August 2008, 15:22
I just completed what was for me a rather detailed and hands on selection process of 1911's. I chose the Series 70 repro (currently 3 weeks out on lay a way, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon :) ).

Seriously, did a LOT of range rentals of Para Ord, Kimber, Springfield (that TRP was a close call). Auto Ordnance, and an STI as well.

Again, I chose the Series 70 repro as THE best value offered. The fit and finish on "mine" were, imo, above the others and well, hey , it's a Colt to boot.

It's going to get some "retro'd" parts soon after acquisition to have it just the way I want it but forget the whooha spouted about Colt and current quality.

It's dead on imo. Buy with confidence. I did and will again.
Hunter
24th August 2008, 18:02
The current Colt pistols are excellent quality, of the several I have there have been no issues.
I say go for it.
daveohno
24th August 2008, 18:13
I have several Colts and I like them just fine.
John
24th August 2008, 19:22
Are new Colts good guns?

Yes.
paul45
24th August 2008, 22:13
Completely depends on which forum you ask the question on. :D
Phil
24th August 2008, 22:17
Are new Colts good guns?Yes..........
JLH3
26th August 2008, 17:28
I recently got a WW1 repo and it's a fantastic pistol. As nice as anything I own.
wgppp
26th August 2008, 22:34
I have in the last year bought an XSE Commander and and XSE LW Commander. Great pistols, beautifully made and they work. For what it's worth, I also have a couple of Para LDAs and they have been excellent too. Heck, buy 'em all!
littledoc
27th August 2008, 12:10
I'll bet that rumour has been around since they started making that new fangled "Peacemaker." It'll never be as good as the Walker. :p
JRS
27th August 2008, 17:24
OLD COLTS vs. NEW COLTS
http://i332.photobucket.com/albums/m325/Jimanne113/100_1470.jpg
I bought my first Colt a few weeks ago; a 30-year-old mint condition Combat Commander caliber 9mm (left in photo). It is a great shooter. Before I left the range dealership that day I was so impressed with Colt that I bought a brand new Colt Model 1991A1 Commander caliber .45 ACP. It turned out to be such a good shooter that I immediately promoted it to my carry gun and rewarded it with a set of ivory (the real deal) grips from Nutmeg Sports LLC. I now have my eye on a Colt Gold Cup. I guess this means I'm on the fast track to becoming a true Colt snob.
Joni Lynn
27th August 2008, 17:31
Sounds like you've taken the Colt fork in the road and now there's no turning back.
Enjoy the trip!
daveohno
27th August 2008, 20:40
OLD COLTS vs. NEW COLTS
http://i332.photobucket.com/albums/m325/Jimanne113/100_1470.jpg
I bought my first Colt a few weeks ago; a 30-year-old mint condition Combat Commander caliber 9mm (left in photo). It is a great shooter. Before I left the range dealership that day I was so impressed with Colt that I bought a brand new Colt Model 1991A1 Commander caliber .45 ACP. It turned out to be such a good shooter that I immediately promoted it to my carry gun and rewarded it with a set of ivory (the real deal) grips from Nutmeg Sports LLC. I now have my eye on a Colt Gold Cup. I guess this means I'm on the fast track to becoming a true Colt snob.

Don't forget to look at the O1918, I bet it's a sweetheart of a pistol. I have a SCG and they're worth a look, but they are rather expensive now. But it's a great shooter as long as my reloads stay away from it. :o With factory ammo it never misses a beat. My skillz at reloading are suspect to say the least. :mad:

You bought ivories from Nutmeg? Those are very expensive, but they sure look good! I'd like a pair of those....Maybe one day!